Free show series continues with concert, classic car show

NORWALK -- The First County Bank Summer Concert Series continues Wednesday, Aug. 10 (rain date Thurdsday) with a classic car show and a performance by Dreamin'.

Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic and comfortable seating. A parking fee of $5 per car will be charged for cars without a Norwalk beach sticker.

Beginning at 6 p.m., attendees can view more than 100 vehicles at the car show, hosted by the Coachmen Rod and Custom Club, an organization of men and women who enjoy classic cars. Owners of 1981 and older cars can participate in the shows, which attract owners from throughout the tri-state area. Each car show participant is asked to contribute canned food or make a donation to the St. Vincent De Paul food bank.

The Dreamin' concert begins at 7 p.m. The band features vocalists Joey Bennett, Douglas Dorsey, Timmy Hayes, Tommy Talercio and Richard "Cookie" Thomas. These performers have opened for headlining acts from the '50s, '60s and '70s that include Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, Little Anthony, AWB and the Flamingos. They continue to perform on the oldies rock and roll circuit, as well as at concerts and special events, and have two CDs, "Dreamin' Through the Years" and "Dreamin' at Christmas."

For additional information, call the Norwalk Recreation and Parks Department office at (203) 854-7807 or visit the web site at www.norwalkct.org/recparkconcerts.htm for the complete summer concert schedule. For cancellation information, call (203) 854-7938.